The Latest Breaking News from BOJ

Stocks Set for Muted Open as Oil Rises on Hormuz Uncertainty, U.S. Inflation Data Awaited

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.02%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.12% this morning, pointing to a muted open on Wall Street as oil prices rose amid growing doubts that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen anytime soon.

Barchart · Aug 10

Global Market |Bank of Japan signals vigilance on Yen weakness, keeps door open for rate hikes

The Bank of Japan monitors yen weakness closely, with Governor Kazuo Ueda highlighting its impact on import costs and inflation. While short-term rates remain at 0.75%, currency movements increasingly influence price trends. Policymakers balance supporting economic recovery with managing inflation risks amid global uncertainties and sustained yen depreciation.

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Global Market: BOJ rate hike case strengthens as policymakers warn of rising inflation risks

The case for a Bank of Japan rate hike as soon as September has strengthened, with several policymakers signalling support for a faster pace of monetary tightening. Rising inflation risks, yen weakness and higher import costs are adding pressure on the central bank, while markets increasingly expect a rate increase…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Dollar Slides on Stock Strength and Weakness in US Economic Reports

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down by -0.20% today. The dollar is falling today as stock strength has reduced demand for liquidity in the dollar. Also, today’s weaker-than-expected reports on July ADP employment and July ISM services were bearish for the dollar. Losses in the dollar are limited on...

Barchart · Aug 5

Global Market: Bessent's BOJ comments raise expectations of September rate hike, spark independence concerns

US Treasury Secretary's comments boost expectations for a Bank of Japan rate hike. Market watchers anticipate a potential increase at the September policy meeting. This follows a joint currency intervention aimed at supporting the Japanese yen. The Bank of Japan faces increasing pressure to tighten monetary policy. Future meetings will…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Scott Bessent Touts 'Strong Relationship' Between Trump, Takaichi as Reports Emerge Japan PM Asked BoJ to Buy Bonds

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reportedly urged Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda during a meeting in May to purchase Japanese government bonds if necessary to curb rising long-term interest rates.

Benzinga · Aug 5

Strength in Stocks and Lower Crude Prices Weigh on the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell by -0.03% on Tuesday. The dollar was under pressure Tuesday as hopes for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz have boosted stocks and knocked crude oil prices sharply lower. The slide in crude oil prices lowers inflation expectations and could prompt the...

Barchart · Aug 4

Dollar Pressured by Strength in Stocks and Lower Crude Prices

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down by -0.06% today. The dollar is under pressure today as hopes for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz have boosted stocks and knocked crude oil prices sharply lower. The slide in crude oil prices lowers inflation expectations and could prompt the...

Barchart · Aug 4

Global Market: US-Japan coordinated yen intervention raises pressure on bears, but BOJ policy holds the key

The first coordinated US-Japan yen-buying intervention in 15 years has triggered a sharp rebound in the Japanese currency, squeezing bearish positions. However, analysts believe lasting gains will depend on the Bank of Japan backing the move with interest rate hikes, as the US-Japan yield gap remains the key driver of…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Dollar Recovers on Strong ISM Manufacturing Index

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell to a 7-week low on Monday and finished down by -0.02%. The dollar moved lower on Monday as easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East boosted stocks and reduced safe-haven demand for the dollar. Also, Monday's -5% fall in WTI crude oil prices lowered...

Barchart · Aug 3